CPSC recall 06-069, announced January 19, 2006, covers Syntace F99 (Force 99) Bicycle Handlebar Stems (about 2,300 units). The recalled bicycle stems can crack or break under normal conditions, causing the rider to fall and suffer serious injury. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using bicycles equipped with the recalled handlebar stem immediately and contact Syntace for instructions to receive a free replacement stem and installation. Recall contact: call (800) 448-3876, go to www.syntaceusa.com, or email syntaceusa@syntace.com.
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Which products are included?
The recalled bicycle handlebar stem is black. Stems with production codes 01 03 through 45 04, and stems with no production code are included in this recall. The production code is the bottom set of numbers located on the end of the stem.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The recalled bicycle stems can crack or break under normal conditions, causing the rider to fall and suffer serious injury.
Incidents and injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using bicycles equipped with the recalled handlebar stem immediately and contact Syntace for instructions to receive a free replacement stem and installation.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Syntace
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 06-069
- Units
- About 2,300
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Bicycle dealers, mail order magazines and on the Internet from May 2003 through July 2005 for about $90.
- Distributor
- Syntace USA, of Olney, Ill.
F99 (Force 99) Bicycle Handlebar Stems
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Crystal Trout at Syntace USA at (800) 448-3876, extension 233, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or log onto www.syntaceusa.com - consumers also can e-mail the firm at syntaceusa@syntace.com or write to: Syntace USA, 1902 Miller Drive, Olney, Ill. 62450.
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